City of Upper Arlington Ionwave #UA26-49

Owner's Representative Services for Fire Station 71 Renovation and Expansion

The City of Upper Arlington, Ohio is seeking proposals for Owner's Representative (OR) services to oversee the renovation and expansion of Fire Station 71 at 2095 Arlington Avenue. - Project Scope: - Full interior demolition of the historic 1930 fire station, preserving the exterior - Construction of a new apparatus bay for two vehicles, expanded living quarters (nine individual sleeping rooms), administrative spaces, fitness area, basement storm shelter, and modern amenities - Upgrades to meet NFPA 1550 and 1585 standards, ADA compliance, and energy efficiency requirements - Owner's Representative Services: - Manage design and construction phases, including pre-construction planning, constructability reviews, cost estimates, schedule review, value engineering, bid/award review, and construction management - Coordinate with City staff, Fire Division, and Design Professional - Ensure continuous fire station operations during phased construction - Lead public and City Council meetings, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with historic preservation and public safety standards - Analyze and negotiate change orders, avoid claims, and review schedules, budgets, and progress reports - Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated experience with public safety facilities, historic renovations, and Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) delivery method - Expertise in phased/occupied-building construction - Compliance with NFPA standards, Ohio building codes, and ADA requirements - Estimated construction cost: $10 million to $14.5 million - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned; the solicitation is for professional services only

Description

The City of Upper Arlington is seeking an Owner's Representative (OR) to oversee the design and construction of the renovation and expansion of Fire Station 71 located at 2095 Arlington Avenue. The project involves a full interior demolition to the existing shell while preserving the historic exterior, construction of a new apparatus bay, expanded living quarters, administrative spaces, and a basement storm shelter. The OR will coordinate with City staff, the Fire Division, and the Design Professional to ensure the project meets modern fire station standards, remains operational during phased construction, and adheres to applicable laws and codes. Construction is anticipated to begin in early 2028 and complete by summer 2029, with an estimated construction cost of $10 million.

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